The beginning of the end

[Vraciu]

Good news is the CT they did checking for lung clots shows the pancreas tumor appears to have been shrunk by the radiation so I might have gained a bit of time.

Let's make this a trend, bud.

 

[colmbo]

Well that was a close one.  My combo of radiation and chemo treatment pushed me over the edge into pneumonitis...inflammation of the lung tissues which prevents the lungs from working.  Ended up admitted to the hospital, couldn't make it to the toilet without having a bailout bottle with me!!  FYI, gasping for air is very alarming.

I was able to escape and come home yesterday but after some frank conversations with the oncology doc there is no further treatment so I've gone down the Do Not Rescusitate/Comfort One route.  I had this spiffy home O2 setup so while I'm able we can do things, toward the end they ease the discomforte. 

I have recovered fairly well so not the end today.  As soon as we recover from the stress of being in the hospital we'll get out a bit.

Great stories Puma, keep em coming.

[Oldman731]

Well that was a close one.  My combo of radiation and chemo treatment pushed me over the edge into pneumonitis...inflammation of the lung tissues which prevents the lungs from working.  Ended up admitted to the hospital, couldn't make it to the toilet without having a bailout bottle with me!!  FYI, gasping for air is very alarming.

I was able to escape and come home yesterday but after some frank conversations with the oncology doc there is no further treatment so I've gone down the Do Not Rescusitate/Comfort One route.  I had this spiffy home O2 setup so while I'm able we can do things, toward the end they ease the discomforte. 

I have recovered fairly well so not the end today.  As soon as we recover from the stress of being in the hospital we'll get out a bit.

Great stories Puma, keep em coming.

You're coming across clear as a bell, Colmbo.

Thank you for being such a good friend to all of us.

- oldman

[Puma44]

Well that was a close one.  My combo of radiation and chemo treatment pushed me over the edge into pneumonitis...inflammation of the lung tissues which prevents the lungs from working.  Ended up admitted to the hospital, couldn't make it to the toilet without having a bailout bottle with me!!  FYI, gasping for air is very alarming.

I was able to escape and come home yesterday but after some frank conversations with the oncology doc there is no further treatment so I've gone down the Do Not Rescusitate/Comfort One route.  I had this spiffy home O2 setup so while I'm able we can do things, toward the end they ease the discomforte. 

I have recovered fairly well so not the end today.  As soon as we recover from the stress of being in the hospital we'll get out a bit.

Great stories Puma, keep em coming.

Will do bud!  Thanks for setting such an inspirational example for the rest of us.

[Vraciu]

Well that was a close one.  My combo of radiation and chemo treatment pushed me over the edge into pneumonitis...inflammation of the lung tissues which prevents the lungs from working.  Ended up admitted to the hospital, couldn't make it to the toilet without having a bailout bottle with me!!  FYI, gasping for air is very alarming.

I was able to escape and come home yesterday but after some frank conversations with the oncology doc there is no further treatment so I've gone down the Do Not Rescusitate/Comfort One route.  I had this spiffy home O2 setup so while I'm able we can do things, toward the end they ease the discomforte. 

I have recovered fairly well so not the end today.  As soon as we recover from the stress of being in the hospital we'll get out a bit.

Great stories Puma, keep em coming.

Sorry to hear this, sir.    I agree with Puma's sentiments.   You've been a great part of this bunch of fanatics.    I guess I can only say enjoy yourself and those you love for as long as possible.   You are an inspiration to many with your attitude during this battle.   You'll always be a winner in my book that's for sure.

 

[Wmaker]

Thank you colmbo for sharing your unique aviation experiences, something that very few get to experience, on this BBS over the years. I've enjoyed your posts over the years, thank you for them!

All the best possible!

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[deSelys]

<S> Colmbo


Thank you for your stories on this bbs and on DZ.com, and for your inspirational display of courage, humility and humanity while facing this.

I wish you the best.